Speaking ahead of the launch of EA Sports’ FIFA 12, out next month, the Everton midfielder has claimed that his children insist on playing Everton against the Socceroos in the hugely popular football game, to ensure their Dad gets maximum time on the pitch – for both of his teams at the same time!

Cahill has been confirmed as the face of FIFA 12 in Australia alongside Wayne Rooney and Kaka. Elsewhere around the world, the games has the likes of Philippe Mexès gracing the cover in France, Gerard Piqué in Spain, Giampaolo Pazzini in Italy, Mats Hummels in Germany, Jack Wilshere in the UK and many others all over the world as the games launches on September 29 in Australia and September 30 New Zealand.

Check out the Cahill interview below, where he discusses staying in touch with friends and family in Australia, plus taking on his Everton teammates in a few virtual on-pitch battles.